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Electricity and Our Sustainable Future With Jonathan Wright – Session 2

Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary 127 Combs Rd, Easthampton, MA

Session 1 Sources and uses of electricity, how it's made, who owns it, and how it is so different from any other utility. Where are the conversion opportunities that do not add fossil fuel load? Can't we just turn off…

Autumn Appreciation Hike (BNRC)

Bob's Way Rt. 23, Otis, MA

Enjoy the crisp air and beautiful colors of peak fall foliage at Bob’s Way with Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC).  You'll enjoy a special fall treat by the beaver pond as you appreciate the spectacular view of the colors reflecting…

Event Series Nice & Easy Trail Hike

Nice & Easy Trail Hike

Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

Join other hiking enthusiasts for an easy-paced, one to three-mile guided hike geared toward seniors but open to all ages. Dress appropriately for winter weather; hiking poles and traction devices for boots (or snowshoes) are recommended. Trails may be snow-covered, icy, or muddy.…

Connect Pittsfield! A Digital Resource Fair

Berkshire Athenaeum 1 Wendell Ave., Pittsfield, MA

https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Digital-Resource-Fair.pdf The City of Pittsfield, supported by the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission and a generous group of local and regional partners, is pleased to invite the community to attend: Connect Pittsfield! A Digital Resource Fair Conecta Pittsfield! Una Feria de…

Backcountry Skiing at Berlin Mountain: Pre-season Rundown

Mount Berlin Trailhead Berlin Road, Williamstown, MA, United States

Join Williamstown Rural Lands to learn the best skinning and climbing routes needed to ski Berlin Mountain, a backcountry skiing gem. This 1-2 mile strenuous hike will explore ways to get to the top of the former slalom racing pitch and…

Seed Saving Workshop with Amy Pulley of Wing and a Prayer Nursery

BEAT's Environmental Leadership & Education Center 20 Chapel St, Pittsfield, MA, United States

Gathering seed from native plants and sowing it yourself is a fun and inexpensive way to increase the biodiversity of the land under your care! Join this BEAT-organized workshop led by Amy Pulley of Wing and a Prayer Nursery to…

Connect Pittsfield! A Digital Resource Fair

Berkshire Athenaeum 1 Wendell Ave., Pittsfield, MA

https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Digital-Resource-Fair.pdf The City of Pittsfield, supported by the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission and a generous group of local and regional partners, is pleased to invite the community to attend: Connect Pittsfield! A Digital Resource Fair Conecta Pittsfield! Una Feria de…

Event Series Nature Scavenger Hunt

Nature Scavenger Hunt

Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

For children and families. Adventurous quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails. We have several “seek and find” scavenger hunts for different ages and skill levels. This program is self-guided. Scavenger hunts are available at the Visitor Center. Free.…

Event Series Animals in Winter

Animals in Winter

Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA

For all ages. Explore how animals and birds adapt to the changing seasons. Discover which animals hibernate, migrate, or change appearance. Chose a storybook, craft activity, or a take-home project. Designed as a self-guided activity or may be led by…

Flow into Fall Celebration 2023

Powissett Lodge at Hale Reservation 80 Carby St, Westwood, MA, United States

Join Massachusetts Rivers Alliance for food, refreshments, a live band, fun, and community at their Flow into Fall Celebration! There's lots to look forward to, including a live band, light refreshments & beer from Wachusett Brewing Company, fun activities, and…

Community Listening Sessions – Hoosic River North Adams

ROOTS Teen Center 51 Ashland Street, North Adams, MA, United States

The City of North Adams and Hoosic River Revival are hosting a series of listening sessions to gather community input regarding the significance of the Hoosic River in North Adams, and the need to modernize the aging concrete flood control…

Massachusetts Pollinator Network (MAPN) Monthly Meeting

Online

Join Massachusetts Pollinator Network (MAPN) as they host David Falk and Tori Antonino to get tips and tricks on fall garden care that supports pollinators. Hint: there's a lot less to do than you think! DATE: Tuesday, October 24 TIME: 7:00 –…

Event Series Nice & Easy Trail Hike

Nice & Easy Trail Hike

Mount Greylock 30 Rockwell Rd., Lanesborough, MA, United States

Every Wednesday, except August 24 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Easy-paced, one- to three-mile guided hikes, geared toward seniors but open to all ages. A wonderful opportunity to join other hiking enthusiasts! Dress for variable weather and wear sturdy boots.…

Canoe Meadows Community Garden Clean-Up

Canoe Meadows Community Garden 350 Williams Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

Mass Audubon's Berkshire Wildlife Sanctuaries Fall Volunteer Days Help close the Community Gardens for the winter season, by removing water lines, plot markers, and plant materials. Meet at Community Garden entrance at approx. 350 Williams Street. Tools for the tasks…

Heat Pumps with EnergySage

Online

Caleb Pulliam from EnergySage and Loie Hayes, Energy Efficiency Coordinator at Green Energy Consumers, will present and answer frequently asked questions about heat pumps. You'll get a tour of the EnergySage Heat Pump Marketplace. This webinar will cover: how heat…

LEARN! Autumn Hawk Migration

Online

Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) and local naturalist Ed Neumuth as he shares why autumn hawk migration happens, who is migrating, and some tips on when and where to look. DATE: Thursday, October 26 TIME: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM…

Unveiling Nature’s Tapestry

Old Chatham Quaker Meetinghouse 539 County Road 13, Old Chatham, NY, United States

Unveiling Nature's Tapestry: Exploring the Past, Present, and Future of the Outdoor Industry Flying Deer Nature Center with Rachel Hailey, Founder & Transformationalist, DEI Outdoors Learn about the challenges faced by marginalized communities in the landscape of outdoor spaces, and…

Remarkable River Potluck

Chesterfield Community Center 400 Main Rd., Chesterfield, MA

Join the Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee in celebrating their 30-year anniversary! They welcome community members, volunteers, and river enthusiasts to celebrate and bring a yummy dish to share! After dinner, there will be a slideshow and sharing of…

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